10 Outdoor Activities in Karakol That You Shouldn't Miss

June 8, 2021 Janette Largent

Karakol (Kyrgyz: Каракол, Qaraqol/Karakol, قاراقول, Kyrgyz pronunciation: [qɑrɑqoɫ]), formerly Przhevalsk, is the fourth largest city in Kyrgyzstan, near the eastern tip of Lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan, about 150 kilometres (93 mi) from the Kyrgyzstan-China border and 380 kilometres (240 mi) from the capital Bishkek. It is the administrative capital of Issyk-Kul Region. Its area is 44 square kilometres (17 sq mi), and its resident population was 66,294 in 2009 (both including Pristan'-Przheval'sk). To the north, on highway A363, is Tyup and to the southwest Jeti-Ögüz resort.
Restaurants in Karakol

1. Visit Karakol - Travel Company

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Visit Karakol - Travel Company

We take into account individual needs of each customer and our mission is providing the guaranteed high level of services and products at reasonable price on all stages of holiday organization and by establishing long-term relations with tourists who care for comfort. This project is aimed for Local Economic Development, to consolidate tourist service providers in Karakol.

2. Sky Trial

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Sky Trial

Tandem Paragliding in Bald Mountain is one of the most spectacular places in Issyk-kul region to paraglide; it is located 15 km from Karakol City. Bald Mountain is the site that we fly from most because of its location, and the stunning views of the Ak-Suu area. Tandem paragliding is a great introduction into the sport, or just experiencing the joy of free flight. Flights last anywhere from 7-20mins, depending on the wind. Our driver can pick you up in Karakol City or you can come directly to Ak -Suu Village (you will be provided with directions to the flying point). Please remember that the best paragliding times are between 11 pm and 5pm.

3. Kyrgyzstan Land

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Kyrgyzstan Land

A team of professional guides who create original tours throughout Kyrgyzstan! We have been working since 2010 and have already conducted 200+ tours. All guides are certified and experienced. We offer the best price and good service. For reservations and information please contact us!

4. Jyrgalan Valley

Karakol 722360 Kyrgyzstan
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Jyrgalan Valley

Jyrgalan Valley is located 60 km east to Karakol, Ysyk Kol Province, Kyrgyzstan. Stunning nature, waterfalls, mountains. Summer tourism: hiking, trekking, base yurt camps, horseback riding, kymyz (mares' milk) treatment. Winter tourism: freeride skiing, snowshoe tours, snowcat and snowmobile tours, avalanche safety equipment.

Reviewed By wutani - Darwin, Australia

We will recommend the Jyrgalan Valley to all friends coming to Kyrgyzstan. The valley is a short journey from Karakol, but largely untouched by tourism. The scenery is spectacular, with green meadows, wildflowers, pristine lakes, snowy peaks and dramatic views in all directions. We loved the 3-day Box Uchuk lakes hike, with the highlight being a river crossing on horseback and being accompanied by two mares (+ horse porters) and their foals! Anyone who enjoys trekking will love this place!

5. Destination Karakol

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Destination Karakol

Destination Karakol is a registered non-profit organization. Some of the ways that it maintains financial sustainability and independence is by organizing and guiding local tours, earning commission from travel bookings, and selling postcards, maps, and other useful travel information at its Visitor Center. Operating as “Destination Karakol,” the DMO has enjoyed a number of remarkable successes. During its first year of operations, it created and launched a range of travel experience offerings which have shifted the city’s image with international tourists and press. Whereas travelers once viewed and interacted with Karakol only as a jumping-off-point for outdoor activities and treks in the Lake Issyk-Kul region, the newly available tours and services have successfully positioned Karakol as a multi-dimensional destination where culture, cuisine, history, and nature together find expression in each of the experiences available to visitors.

6. Travel Forever

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Travel Forever

Make a sure, your trip in Kyrgyzstan will be great. Your relaible tour operator Travel Forever. Contact with us.

7. Issyk-Kul Kayaking

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Issyk-Kul Kayaking

Come along on a kayaking tour in Przhevalsk Bay of Issyk-Kul Lake! The tour takes us along one of the simplest and safest routes. We offer half-day and full-day tours for a maximum of 12 people. The kayaking location is Przhevalskvillage, which is 15 km far from Karakol city. We use comfortable and stable kayaks which can easily be operated by beginners. The boats provide plenty of space for storing your belongings safely and dryly. For a comfortable and safe journey we provide: - a spray skirt, which is a flexible waterproof cover. Spray skirts prevent water from entering the boat. They also keep the paddler dry from the waist down. - a life vest - an experienced guide with good knowledge of the surroundings. For guests of our city can organize kayaking in winter. In winter there is no wind and we use double kayaks they are more stable, which makes kayaking safer at this time. During the tour you can watch the birds that winter on the lake and the old military plant in Issyk-Kul.

8. Hiking Kyrgyzstan

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Hiking Kyrgyzstan

We are a company of mountain guides, drivers and managers. We organize hiking, horseback riding, off-road package tours all around Kyrgyzstan, and around Karakol. Also, we have a free information center located in Karakol. So you can get here any help and travel, hiking advice.

9. Ecotrek Trekking&Travel

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Ecotrek Trekking&Travel

We organize trekking tours and cultural tours in Kyrgyzstan. Also we arrange: horsebackriding tours, bike tours and transfers.

10. Karakol Ski Base

Karakol Kyrgyzstan +996 772 534 081 http://www.ski-karakol.com/
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Karakol Ski Base

Reviewed By 75petern - Berlin, Germany

Ski Area with good facilities, at the top over 3040m, perfect views over Lake Issyk Kul and the surrounding mountains. All kind of different slopes even for advances skiers. And so easy to reach from Bishkek or Almaty. Highly recommended!!

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